Houston is the author of the popular Loon Lake mystery series. She will talk about the process of writing mystery fiction and read briefly to illustrate her points. A veteran of 25 years in the book publishing business, Houston will also talk about how electronic publishing is changing our world. She will also comment on the dynamics of self-publishing. This event is part of the 15th Annual Chippewa Valley Book Festival.

Eau Claire County UW-Extension Horticulture Educator Erin LaFaive will be here to teach you all about mulch and composting for your garden. This presentation will provide information on how to create compost from common household kitchen scraps and yard waste. The same techniques to composting can be applied to a type of gardening called lasagna gardens.

Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m., September through May. Books may be picked up at the library -- we usually have copies of the upcoming book available about a month before the book club meets. Newcomers are always welcome!